Live from Hamden Town Center Park, this special episode kicks off our all-day coverage of Hamden Fest 2025—an annual celebration of local businesses, nonprofits, and changemakers who make Hamden thrive. Despite the drizzle, the energy was electric as we welcomed guests from Linens of Love, The Nest School, Haven of Hope, Quinnipiac University, and more.
Join hosts Jason Carubia and Dave MacNiven as they spotlight stories of service, resilience, and community impact—from mental health support and early childhood education to traffic safety and grassroots leadership. This is Part 1 of our marathon podcast event, and it’s packed with heart.
🎧 Subscribe, share, and leave a review to support the Sounds of Health mission—and stay tuned for Part 2!
00:00:00 - Nice and dry in the tent! 00:00:32 - Welcome to Hamden Fest 2025 00:04:05 - Mary Purcell & Cindy Voytovich - Abbate Insurance Associates, Inc. & Linens of Love 00:11:29 - Keisha Chandler - The Nest Schools of Hamden 00:16:05 - Shannon LeGault - Quinnipiac University 00:23:02 - Pastor Chris Gilbert & Rachel Gilbert - Haven of Hope 00:29:15 - Jessica Marshall - Behavioral Health and Wellness Solutions of CT 00:39:20 - Andrew Noble - Sitestream 00:45:44 - Jameka Jefferies - Diamond Realty Partners; Democratic Candidate for Mayor of Hamden
Music for the Facebook Live stream was provided by Ash & Eric.
A special thanks to the Hamden Regional Chamber of Commerce and Nancy Dudchik. https://hamdenregionalchamber.com/
Sounds of Health is brought to you by Nutmeg Insurance Advisors and recorded at the offices of Nutmeg Advisory Group in North Haven, CT.
Producer and Host: Dave MacNiven Producer: Jason Carubia Music: Rob Hames
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